Court grants bail to Priyank Kharge, Nalapad in RSS defamation case
A Bengaluru court has granted bail to Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge and Congress leader Mohammed Nalapad in a defamation case. The case stems from alleged derogatory remarks made against the RSS.
Why it matters
The legal proceedings involve high-profile political figures and highlight ongoing tensions regarding political discourse and defamation laws in India.
A court in Bengaluru on Saturday (August 29, 2026) granted bail to Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge and Congress leader Mohammed Nalapad in a case relating to alleged derogatory posts and statements against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).
The 42nd Special Court for Elected Representatives granted bail to Mr. Kharge and Mr. Nalapad, directing them to execute a personal bond of ₹1 lakh each with cash security of ₹10,000 each in a defamation case filed by A. Tejas.
According to advocate Chandan Rajappa, who appeared along with Venkatesh Dalwai on behalf of the petitioner, the case was called on Saturday and both accused were present along with their respective counsels. The complainant’s counsel was also present.
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